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Dive Partner

The IAHD Dive Partner course is an advanced course specifically developed to train certified (Rescue) divers to supervise divers with physical or mental disabilities.

Impression of the study program

The IAHD “Dive Partner” course is comprised of the following modules:

Theory Knowledge:
In this module you learn about the various types of disabilities and the related physiological effects. You also learn how to signal for instance to a blind diver. Various aids and medical-related situations are also covered.

Practical Skills:
In this module, during several dives, you learn how to enter and exit the water and what the correct procedures are for diving with a disabled diver. You also learn more about dive planning and emergency procedures.

Pre-requisites:

• Minimum 16 years of age;
• DAN Basic Life Support Provider or equivalent;
• DAN Oxygen Provider or equivalent;
• Certified Rescue Diver (with a recognised organisation);
• At least 40 logged dives (excluding training dives);
• Medical Statement approved by a physician (no more than one year old);
• Signed Certificate of Understanding.

Authorised to:

• Assist divers with a physical or mental disability at the waters edge;
• Assemble and de-assemble scuba sets for divers with a physical or mental disability;
• Dive with divers with a physical or mental disability.

IAHD D-Learning

IAHD D-Learning makes it easy to fit diving lessons into a busy schedule. Learn more about diving principles and terminology whenever and wherever suits you best.

Work at your own pace, online or offline, using a computer or mobile device. Contact your instructor if you have a question.

With your instructor

Practice with the diving equipment in a swimming pool (or pool-like environment) until you feel comfortable doing so.

The IAHD course includes practical exercises where you build confidence in applying the new skills.

Contact & Socials

IAHD Main Office
Wilhelminastraat 2
9611 JW Sappemeer
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 6 22 93 99 30